The Fulton Flier

September 30

Early Dismissal: School will close at 12:55 pm

October 1

Picture Day!

October 16

School closed for students: Staff Workday

October 28

School closed for students: Staff Professional Learning/Workday

October 30

End of Quarter 1 Celebrations- During the school day! More information to come!

November 1

PTA Fall Fest- Information below!

November 3

Schools and Offices Closed- Election Day

November 16 - 20

American Education Week- More Information to come!

November 23 & 24

Parent/Teacher Conferences- More Information to come!

November 25 - 27

Schools & Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

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This snapshot highlights the many ways our community partners support HCPSS students and schools, including Fulton! Together, our partners help ensure every student has the tools and support they need to succeed beyond graduation.

Morgan State University is hosting a STEM Expo on Saturday, September 26, from 10:00am–3:00pm. Students and families will have opportunities to participate in hands-on STEM activities, games, demonstrations, and workshops while learning about STEM careers and pathways. The event will also feature industry engagement, giveaways, and guided campus tours.

This is a wonderful opportunity for students to explore STEM beyond the classroom, engage with STEM professionals and organizations, and make connections to future STEM careers and pathways.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 6:00PM-7:30PM

HYBRID

Families and Community are invited to join HCPSS in partnership with the LGBTQIA+ Commission of Howard County and CARY to bring you this hybrid FAMILY Read the Rainbow and LGBTeaQi&A on Thursday, October 1, 2026 @ 6:00PM. The first 50 families with children in grades 5 and under who register and attend the program will receive a free copy of the book, Rainbow Cookies by Lesléa Newman. FAMILY Read the Rainbow is a 30-45 minute virtual program in which participants get to meet an LGBTQIA+ inclusive author to hear them read their book aloud, and have a discussion with the author and our LGBTeaQi&A is an activity to bring together families and community who are looking to connect and learn together. This special combination program will provide attendees with the opportunity and option to join us in person at the Miller Branch Library. Registration is required as space is limited.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 @ 6:00PM

HYBRID - in person at Miller Branch Library or virtual (select when registering)

Registration is required.

Here is the link to the downloadable flyer.

This fall, HCPSS again will offer a Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) Program a no-cost, evidenced-based training program to assist parents/guardians in helping their children manage anxiety. HCPSS will offer five SPACE groups, each of which will be facilitated by two licensed HCPSS mental health staff members. Parents/guardians interested in participating should complete an online registration form by Sept. 23.

Please visit the Fulton PTA website for more information: https://www.fespta.org/

Become a Member
Please consider joining the PTA! Joining is a tax-deductible donation (that requires zero commitment or time) but will help make an impact on our school, our students, and our teachers. Every little bit helps! https://fulton.givebacks.com/shop

Get Involved
Want to get involved, meet new friends, and bring fresh ideas? Click the link for a committee interest form, and you could join a team to organize one of our many PTA events! There’s something for everyone, from event planning to fundraising.

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The first PTA meeting was a HUGE success! Thank you to all of the parents who came out and helped make it such a great turnout! A special thank you to our guest speakers, FES administration, and Ms. Otte for joining us tonight and sharing their time with our PTA community! Also, a big thank you to Mrs. Little, our PTA teacher rep, for attending the meeting!

Upcoming Dates

Pumpkin Patch

10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 • Fulton Elementary

It's that time of year! Throughout October, students will visit their very own pumpkin patch at school. Each student will bring a pumpkin home to decorate.

Fall Fest
11/1 • Fulton Elementary

Join us for an afternoon of fall fun - games, food, and crafts for the whole family. We hope to see you there!

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all students. Preventing bullying is an important part of this goal. HCPSS Policy 9460 prohibits bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, including hate/bias incidents, and intimidation.

HCPSS recently launched a new Bullying, Cyberbullying, Harassment, or Intimidation (BCHI) Reporting Form that allows students, staff, and families to easily and confidentially report concerns. The BCHI Reporting Form should be used to report known or suspected incidents of bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, intimidation, and hate/bias incidents. These may include physical aggression, threats, retaliation, teasing or name-calling, rumors, exclusion, threatening gestures, online/social media behavior, or conduct related to a student's identity or characteristics.

What happens after you report?

The school will address any immediate safety concerns. The targeted student's parent/guardian will be notified as soon as possible and an administrator will begin the investigation within two school days. Both families will receive written notice of the outcome within 15 calendar days, excluding extenuating circumstances.

A Note About Cyberbullying

In today's digital world, bullying can extend beyond the school day. Cyberbullying can occur through social media, text messages, group chats, gaming platforms, apps, and other digital spaces. Online behavior that occurs outside of school may still require school intervention when it has a connection to the school setting and impacts a student's safety or educational environment. Families are encouraged to talk regularly with their children about responsible online behavior and to save screenshots, messages, posts, or other evidence when concerns arise.

Not sure if it's bullying? Please still tell us. Peer conflict or other concerning behavior may not meet the definition of bullying but may still require school support and follow-up. Students and families do not need to decide whether something “counts” as bullying before asking for help.

For additional information or to submit a report, visit the HCPSS Stop Bullying website or review HCPSS Policy 9460.

Emergency Information

HCPSS utilizes Family File for families to complete emergency information. Parents/guardians can now access and complete Family File by logging in to HCPSS Connect, selecting the Online Registration/Family File at the top right of the page and then selecting Family File Verification. Parents/guardians must verify and/or update information for each child, each school year